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SHOWERED with tons of posi-tive comments online, the popular Chengdu restaurant “Gangguanchang Wuqu Xiaojungan Chuanchuan Xiang” in Longhua District waits upon long queues of customers every day. Even rainy days can’t deter patrons.

The restaurant, whose name liter-ally translates to “Steel Pipe Plant Fifth District Little Chicken Gizzard Skewer,” recently celebrated its fi rst anniversary. It is the fi rst branch of this brand in Shenzhen.

Chuanchuan is a kind of Sich-uan spicy hot snack eaten from a bamboo stick. The founder of the brand, Sister Gu, is a Chongqing native who has a good understand-ing of the Sichuan and Chongqing cuisines, according to a source from the branch restaurant.

Gu is a retired worker from the Chengdu Seamless Steel Pipe Factory. She set up a stall selling chuanchuan, which quickly became popular. Later, supported by the chairman of Chengdu Bazi Hot Pot, she blended the fl avor of Sichuan cuisine with Chongqing cuisine, giving birth to the restaurant’s unique-tasting chuanchuan today.

The most famous specialty of the brand, chicken gizzard skewer made with a secret recipe, has successfully won the hearts of most foodies. The seven combinations of beef with dif-ferent food including bamboo shoot, celery and fragrant-fl owered garlic also make everyone’s mouth water.

As in other chuanchuan restaurants, one’s skewers of raw ingredients are fi rst chosen from large fridges at the front of the restaurant. Popular choices include quail eggs, shrimp dumplings, tofu and an assortment of different local mushrooms. Once you’ve made your selection, bring your tray of skewers to your table to cook them in a spicy hot pot. You can also choose a non-spicy soup base if preferred.

While you’re waiting for your food, choose a dipping sauce to accompany your skewers when they are cooked: a dry sauce of ground peanuts, chili powder and cilantro is excellent with the steaming chuanchuan bites.

Cyber star skewer eatery celebrates 1st anniversary

The twin bedroom of Crowne Plaza’s WorkLife room.The twin bedroom of Crowne Plaza’s WorkLife room.

Children at MO Kid’s Camp.Children at MO Kid’s Camp.

Chuanchuan offered at the Gangguanchang Chuanchuan offered at the Gangguanchang Wuqu restaurant.Wuqu restaurant.

An ocean-view room at the hotel.An ocean-view room at the hotel.

with Crowne Plaza

CROWNE Plaza Hotels & Resorts recently released the mockup room of the new “WorkLife” design, the fi rst batch since the brand unveiled the concept last year. The completion of this room takes the Crowne Plaza one step closer to the global renewal plan called the “new age of Crowne Plaza,” which promotes work-life balance for business travelers.

The new “WorkLife” room is designed in a new modern style, which is imple-mented through three layers: profes-sional base, restoring contrast and inspiring dynamic. Each layer repre-sents an experience and is designed to respond to different needs of the modern business traveler during their stay.

The new “WorkLife” room is equipped with a USB interface installed in the lei-sure, work and sleep area so guests have access to plug-points no matter where

Experience extraordinary business travel

they are in the room. Multiple work spaces now provide guests with both standing and sitting modes to work from. The nook moves around and enables the guests to switch between leisure and work. The premium twin bedroom features two sets of work spaces for the guests, which is con-venient for two people to work at the same time.

Catering to business travelers who travel in pairs, the new WorkLife room provides a separate room for the wash-basin, shower and toilet. Also, the new design boasts double sets of luggage stands and provides open wardrobes, to uplift the effi ciency of two guests.

Modern business travelers pay utmost attention to relaxation, re-energizing and privacy during their business trips. With that in mind, there are separate bed zones and cocooning headboards designed to

further strengthen the sense of privacy and improve their sleep quality.

“The fi rst batch of hotels with the ‘WorkLife’ design is expected to open next year,” according to Wang Lin, vice president of marketing of IHG China. “Crowne Plaza will introduce the refreshed design of the hotel meeting space and the new concept of the hotel service in the near future, to completely kick off the new age of Crowne Plaza.”

(SD News)

A king-size room of Crowne A king-size room of Crowne Plaza’s WorkLife room.Plaza’s WorkLife room.

FOR the ninth consecutive year, Man-darin Oriental, Sanya is offering its popular MO Kid’s Camp for younger fans over the summer months.

Taking advantage of the resort’s private coral bay, landscaped pools and tropical gardens, outdoor activity specialists have created a program of fun-fi lled games, educational activities

Mandarin Oriental Sanya to host kid’s campand creative arts and crafts for children aged 4 to 12 to explore and get closer to nature.

Classic activities such as CoCo’s great treasure hunt and island survival classes return alongside new creative arts and crafts sessions including “Little Artist” and “Fashion Designer.” Further excitement can be found with

an array of water, ball and imaginative sports games.

“This summer, we are raising the stan-dards of excellence in this area again. Our passionate team has created something to suit every personality, ensuring fun under the sun and memorable days for these younger fans,” said Eric Kee, general manager at Mandarin Oriental, Sanya.

Families with children can enjoy the “Fun Under the Sun” package, which includes daily breakfasts for two adults and up to two children aged 12 or below, a full day of activities at MO Kid’s Camp for one child, a complimentary extra bed for one child, and late check-out until 3 p.m., subject to availability. (Tang Li)